SIS (Supports Intensity Scale) Assessor

Specific Responsibilities: 

• Clearly communicate purpose and reason for assessment to individual and other respondents. 

• Fosters positive and professional relationships and acts as liaison with internal and external customers to ensure effective working relationships and team building to facilitate the completion and review of assessments. 

• Conduct assessments timely and in a professional manner. 

• Consistency in completing and documenting assessment information. 

• Represent PCG and the client in a professional manner. 

The list of responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties that contract needs may dictate. 

Required Skills: 

• Ability to consistently interact with individuals, family members, guardians, provider staff and others in an appropriate, professional, and respectful manner. 

• Knowledgeable of Person-Centered Practices. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and/or other online data entry 

• Dedication to accomplishing goals and overcoming challenges. 

• Flexible, self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity. 

• Excellent oral presentation and written communication skills. 

• Solid organization and time management skills. 

• Knowledge of federal, state, local laws pertaining to the program 

• Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team 

• An understanding and empathy for participants 

• Ability to take initiative and prioritize 

• Superior organizational and interpersonal skills; position requires the ability to maintain and develop relationships from various environments 

• Experience engaging and maintaining strong working relationships with community partners 

• Ability to develop and evaluate processes and procedures to improve operations 

• Exceptional strength in strategic thinking, analysis, problem solving, organizational leadership and collaboration 

• Demonstrated ability to establish and execute defined goals and objectives to ensure compliance with performance measures 

• Excellent problem resolution skills 

• Compassionate and people oriented 

Required Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a human service-related field such as Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Sociology, etc 

• At least one year’s experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

• Experience conducting individual assessments with knowledge of behavior rating or psychological testing principles. 

• Knowledge and experience with person-centeredness 

• Prior experience conducting the Supports Intensity Scale assessment is preferred. 

• Experience with Home and Community Based Services waivers preferred. 

• Knowledge of medical terminology, behavioral support, and waiver programs strongly desired. 

• Strong clinical/social assessment and critical thinking skills required. 

Other Requirements: 

• Must have broadband internet connection at home (no dial-up). 

• Must be willing to travel and have an active, unrestricted license, reliable transportation and active auto insurance. 

• Must have dedicated home workspace committed to confidentiality of PHI. 

• Must be comfortable and familiar with technology including the use of virtual meeting technology (Zoom, Microsoft Teams). 

Working Conditions 

• Remote/hybrid model. In state travel 

The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified.